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ISBN
9781452161600

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Chronicle Books
ISBN-10
1452161607
ISBN-13
9781452161600
eBay Product ID (ePID)
239664173

Product Key Features

Book Title
Only the Best : the Exceptional Life and Fashion of Ann Lowe
Number of Pages
56 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Biography & Autobiography / Women, Clothing & Dress, Biography & Autobiography / Music, Biography & Autobiography / Cultural Heritage, Art / Fashion
Publication Year
2022
Illustrator
Robinson, Erin, Yes
Genre
Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
Margaret E. Powell, Kate Messner
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
23.3 Oz
Item Length
11.8 in
Item Width
9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
LCCN
2017-035398
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
? "This picture book biography is as elegant as its subject-African American fashion designer Ann Lowe....Using repetition and lyrical language, the authors emphasize her determination....artist Robinson creates dimension, texture, and movement with her collage illustrations. The textiles float and flow; depictions of Lowe's creations are as lush and effervescent as the real garments.... A stylish biography worthy of inclusion on all shelves." - School Library Journa l, starred review, "Messner and Powell offer a persevering portrait of fashion designer Ann Lowe...Figural renderings by Robinson accompany, foregrounding dreamy ribbons and textile-textured layers that emulate the movement of fabric." - Publisher's Weekly, ?- "Robinson's digital art, full of textures, curves, and color, is perfectly suited to the subject, while Messner and Powell's evocative, often alliterative text begs to be read aloud....A deserving tribute to a designer who wanted only the best." - Kirkus , starred review
Grade From
Kindergarten
Grade To
Third Grade
Dewey Decimal
746.9/2092 B
Synopsis
An inspiring picture book biography about the amazing Ann Lowe--the first nationally-known African American fashion designer. A careful snip, a delicate fold. Fabric the color of new petals. Skirts that flare like upside-down blossoms. A garden bursts into bloom! There is no "good enough." For Ann, only the best will do. Award-winning author Kate Messner, costume historian Margaret E. Powell, and fashion designer and illustrator Erin Robinson tell the powerful story of the ground-breaking Ann Lowe, who grew up in a small Alabama dress shop and became the first nationally-known African American fashion designer. Sought after by millionaires and movie stars, her designs walked the red carpet and graced the wedding of Senator John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier. At a time when the world around her thought African Americans deserved no more than second-class treatment, Ann expected no less than very best for herself. THE FIRST, FAMED BLACK FASHION DESIGNER: Although she faced many hardships, Ann's spirit, talent, and belief in herself always shone through. This story provides an empowering, real-life role model for young girls--and especially Black girls--to relate to and see themselves in, at an age when building self-confidence is more important than ever. ENCOURAGES CREATIVITY AND PERSERVERENCE: Full of interesting details about how Ann came up with her designs, and how she always forged ahead in spite of setbacks, this true story will captivate aspiring artists and young creative thinkers alike. SURE OF HER OWN WORTH: This book makes a perfect gift for anyone looking to celebrate, empower, and inspire the women in their lives--whether daughters, granddaughters, nieces, cousins, or friends. Ann Lowe is a testament to the power of knowing we're both capable of and deserve ONLY THE BEST! BEAUTIFUL, IMMERSIVE PROSE: Wonderful, vivacious writing by award-winning author Kate Messner and expert historian Margaret E. Powell brings Ann's pride in herself and her work to life in rich detail. Perfect for: Parents, grandparents, and caregivers Teachers and librarians Readers who loved Little Leaders and Parker Looks Up Anyone seeking books about Black excellence, female empowerment, or Black history
LC Classification Number
TT505.L69M47 2019

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